Baked Apple Cheesecake
A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with sweet, warm baked apples and a buttery crumble topping.
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 packages cream cheese, softened (8 oz each)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
Toppings
- 3 cups baked apples Use fresh or store-bought baked apples.
- 1 cup oats
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup caramel sauce For drizzling on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add 3/4 cup sugar and vanilla, mixing until combined. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the crust.
- Layer the baked apples on top of the cheesecake filling.
- In another bowl, mix oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let cool, then drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
Make sure your cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. Don’t skip the caramel drizzle — it adds delicious flavor and beautiful presentation. Let the cheesecake cool completely before slicing to keep it from falling apart. Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap or in an airtight container for up to five days.